Now, We are 20!

Last June 20, 2008, the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center celebrated its 20th Anniversary Gala Night at the Tejeros Hall of Camp Aguinaldo. It was the culminating activity of a yearlong celebration by the College of Physical Therapy.

The program, which started at 6 pm, opened with an invocation by Suzanne Kristine Baysa and the Philippine National Anthem by Archelle Jane C. Callejo. A video was presented on the history of the College that let the audience feel the trip through 20 years of achievements, adventures and accolades.

The Dean, Dr. Arnel V. Malaya welcomed the guests as he acknowledged their presence. The President, Dr. Romeo A. Divinagracia; the College of Nursing Dean, Dr. Carmelita Divinagracia; the Dean of the Graduate School, Dean Teresa L. Yap; the SVP, Ms. Violetta Suquila; the Comptroller, Ms. Iris Militar; and the Registrar, Ms. Imelda Delos Reyes were also present to share in the celebrations. The UERM community, since it commemorated its 50th anniversary, was in a festive mood and a fitting way to cap the moments was the celebration of its youngest college.

A tribute to the Architects of the College was presented, amid long memories and glistening eyes. Former UE President Isidro D. Cariño was honored for his role in providing the drive and thrust the College needed through its inception. Dr. Juan A. Alcazaren Jr. was the first OIC of the College of PT from 1988 to 1989, and a mentor to Dr. Malaya, the present dean. Mrs. Serafina P. Maxino, was recognized for her role in the struggling years of the College both as one of the people in charge of the selection process of the first students of the school and one of the first instructors.

As part of the festivities, the PT Community recognized another recent feat of its graduates as they awarded two alumni for garnering top places in the February 2008 National Board Examinations for Physical Therapists. Shiela Marie L. Laurido (PT2001) ranked 4th with an average of 82.55% and Gregorio Tercero S. Dorado (PT2003) ranked 9th place with an average of 81.75%. They exemplify the continuing UERM spirit of competitiveness and excellence.

They were not the only alumni honored, however. Four alumni were also recognized for their service to the field of Physical Therapy and beyond, thus bringing honor to the school where they came from. The awardees are:
Gerard Martin, RPT, PTRP
Joven S. M. Tan, RPT, PTRP
Martin Aguda, PTRP
Rajawen C. Africa, PTRP
To make sure the awards didn’t stop there, the College of Physical Therapy Outstanding Alumni Awards were launched by Dr. Josephine R. Bundoc, former College Secretary. There were different categories that were presented in which alumni achievers can aspire to, but in the end, there can only be One who will be recognized with Da Juan Award: for the Best among the Best in all categories. The awards will be presented on the 25th anniversary of the College on 2013.

With a rising collective pride in the spirit of the College, the Hymns and Symphony, College of PT Chorale presented the first public performance of the UERM – CPT Hymn. Alumni Adelaido P. Ubalde Jr. (PT2004) and Jack Daniel L. Calinawan (PT2004) composed the sonorous tune, its lyrics echoing the goals of the College as fulfilled in every UERM PT Graduate. The night ended after dancing and partying with music provided by the Wodo tribe band.

Members of organizing committee were composed of College of PT faculty namely: Dr. Racquel S. Cabazor, Archelle Jane C. Callejo, John Christopher D. De Luna, Josephine R. Mata, Esther Melody R. Nicolas, Grace V. Ramos, Michael V. Resuello, and Fria Rose Santos headed by Rongie Bren S. Magdangal. (pics to follow. :) )

Graduates 2008

On April 25, 2008, the College of Physical Therapy produced 21 new graduates! Together with the Medicine and Nursing colleges, the commencement exercises were held at the PICCPlenary Hall last April 25, 2008 where PRC Commissioner (and former DECS Secretary) Dr. Nilo Rosas was the guest speaker.

List of Graduates:
1. Amoyo, Ruvijane I.
2. Azurin, Carolyn A. - Class Valedictorian
3. Baladjay, Dorothy Chrizelle C. - Class 2008 Top 9
4. Bonifacio, Michelle Mae T.
5. Bustamante, Fenny D. - Class 2008 Top 5
6. Caancan, Marc Francis S - Class 2008 Top 9
7. Chua, William Gerard C.
8. Coronel, Mariel Anne M. - Class Salutatorian
9. Custodio, Denesse S.
10. Dizon, Mark Ian Gil F. - Class 2008 Top 6
11. Guibelondo, Jan Chloe M. - Class 2008 Top 3
12. Latorre, Ela Mari C. - Class 2008 Top 4
13. Laurena, Jennifer Anne P.
14. Ludovice, Anthony Pierre M.
15. Maleon, Ria Cecilia S. - Class 2008 Top 7
16. Navarro, Kevin Justin F.
17. Occiano, Wilkes V.
18. Reyes, Enrique Sebastian C.
19. Rivera, Kathryn Iris D.
20. Tan, Christian Bryan P.
21. Viguilla, Estella Grace M. - Class 2008 Top 8


To the aforementioned graduates, congratulations and welcome to the Alumni Association!

We'll be rooting for you during the Boards!

February 2008 Philippine Board Examination Topnotchers

The UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy congratulates fellow alumni Sheila Marie L. Laurido (BSPT 2001) and Gregorio Tercero S. Dorado (BSPT 2003) for topping the Philippine National Physical Therapists Board Examinations this February 2008.

Sheila Marie Laurido was ranked 4th with a grade of 82.55% while Gregorio Dorado (a.k.a. "G3") placed 9th with a grade of 81.75%. We got an overall passing percentage of 66.67% over the national passing percentage of 38.26%.

Other UERMMMC College of PT graduates who passed the examination are the following:

• Bueza, Charmaine Anne P. (2007)
  
• Diuco, Eula Monica C. (2007)
  
• Piencenaves, Audwin John R. (2007)
  
• Rey, Maria Monica C. (2007)
  
• Rigets, Katrina Grace G. (2007)
  
• Zuela, Mary Aiza A. (2007)
  

The UERM community and the alumni association are very proud of you. God bless you in your future endeavors!

Donor Roll!

The College of Physical Therapy thanks the latest donors for the following donations to be used to expand the knowledge and skills of our soon to be PT's.

Donations:

• Brian Mulligan, PT Mobilisation With Movement (DVD)
  
• Mulligan Practitioner (DVD)
  
• Mulligan Mobilisation Belt
• Maitland's Vertebral Manipulation 7th edition

Donors:

• Karl Nuque '95
• Joselito Iringan '95
• Gerald Urquico '98
• John Aquino '98
• Lawrence and Joy Ultra '96 and '95
• Felix Alcantara '01

Thank you very much and God bless.

Where are You Now?

UERMMMC College of PT participates in the 1st Clark Freeport International Marathon

The UERMMMC College of PT manned the recovery tent of New Balance at the finish line of the 2008 1st Clark Freeport International Marathon held last January 13 inside the former Clark Air Base. Marathon runners participated in the 5K, 10K & 42K catergories. International runners from Kenya dominated the race. The UERM PT alumni who participated were G-Boy Magdangal, Fria Rose Santos, Grace Villafuerte-Ramos, Carlo Ramos, Jon de Luna, Ciara de Guzman & Archelle Callejo.

Tree for 20

On December 16, 2007, Nature got a big helping hand from the UERM Community by the College's project: Tree for 20. The College invited students, alumni, and friends to contribute their resources for "kamuning" trees in the Quezon Memorial Circle. Donors were given the privilege of giving names to the trees they helped to take root on Quezon City soil, some liked to give tribute to family members, some gave creative names, and some chose to remain anonymous. Over all it was a meaningful way to spend the crisp, December air among trees amid the urbanscape of Quezon City.

The names of trees are the following:
1. Ang Punong Malaya
2. Cabazor Family
3. Puno ng mga Bundoc
4. Agsaoay Family
5. Cortez Family
6. CPT Faculty Club 2007
7. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
8. Tancinco Family
9. Mata Family
10. Perea Family
11. Snowy
12. Anonymous
13. Mr. John Rommer Ignacio
14. Mr. Richard Oliver Galias
15. Pepa
16. Archimina Bautista
17. Yeo
18. Geraldoy
19. Hope
20. PTSC 2007-2008
21. BSPT Batch 2003
22. BSPT Batch 2004
23. BSPT Batch 2005
24. BSPT Batch 2006
25. BSPT Batch 2007
26. BSPT Batch 2008
27. BSPT Batch 2009
28. BSPT Batch 2010 - Section A
29. BSPT Batch 2010 - Section B
30. Tipsy Friends
31. BSPT Batch 2011
32. BSPT Batch 2012
33. In Memory of Jaime Tolidanes
34. Mr. Wilson Young
35. Suzette V. Dakanay
36. Militar Family
37. Dolores T. Gamurot
38. UERM EMPLOYEES CREDIT
39. Karlo, Konrad and Kerwin L. Yap
40. Divine Tree
41. Puno ng Gracia
42. Office of the Registration
43. Puno ng Ka-Uayan
44. Puno ng Dumlao
45. Puno ng UERM College of Nursing
46. Puno ng UERM Nursing Alumni
47. Alegria Vida
48. Julian Noces
49. Luwi and Trish Reyes
50. Mr. Joselito Iringan

Carolfest 2007

Last December 12, 2007 the Mu Lambda Fraternity and Sorority sponsored the 33rd Annual Carol Fest held at the UERM Gym from 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Contenders had included the College of Nursing (Nursing Ensembles), the different year levels in the College of Medicine (excluding the interns) and the College of Physical Therapy chorale group now named, “Hymns and Symphony.” Medicine 2009 Won 1st place, with the College of Nursing and College of Physical Therapy garnering 2nd and 3rd places respectively.

Jingle Bell Calypso, Tuloy na Tuloy pa rin ang Pasko, and Carol of the Bells were among the choice pieces sang beautifully by the contestant groups. On the homegrown side of things, Hymns and Symphony rocked the audience with their rendition of “Noche Buena” by Levi Celerio (the contest piece) and quelled the atmosphere with “The First Noel.”

This semester, the PT Chorale group was recognized as an official College of PT club. Organized by Ms. Archelle Jane Callejo and Ms. Josephine Mata, its members now boast of 3 interns, 3 faculty, 1 freshman, 12 3rd year, and 3 2nd year students. The group also performed at the UERM Silver Jubilarians Convocation Ceremonies and the 9th Dr. Potenciano D. Baccay Memorial Lecture on the 19th and on the Silver Jubilarians Fellowship Night on the 20th of December.

Hymns and Symphony members:
Abrantes, Erika Celine
Acosta, Roanne
Azurin, Carolyn
Baladjay, Dorothy Crizelle
Bandin, Rogelio
Bernando, Kristine
Buraga, Marianne Angeli
Busano, Judiniel
Callejo, Archelle Jane
Caancan, Marc Francis
Cariaso, Aldon
Chan, Symon
Cruz, Edison
De Vera, Felix
Espiritu, Daryl Justine
Garcia, Naila
Gotico, Jan Albert
Hernandez, Hernan
Mata, Josephine
Pepinas, Paula
Resuello, Michael
Versoza, Yasmien

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Search for Outstanding UERM CPT Alumni Award now open

OUTSTANDING UERM CPT ALUMNI AWARD

1.Call For Nomination

The UERM College of Physical Therapy is now accepting nominations for the Outstanding Alumni Award. This award recognizes the excellence and achievement of our former students both in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation and in their service to the community.

2.General Requirements for Nomination

a.3 copies of duly accomplished nomination forms.
b.Proof of outstanding achievements
copy of certificates, plaque, citation, published articles , awards or recognition
c.updated curriculum vitae
d.3 2”X2” colored photo attached to each nomination forms

3.Awards Criteria
a.Professional Leadership
academe, physical therapy facilities
b.Outstanding Contributions to the Community
civic, philantrophic, public service
c.Outstanding Achievement in the fieldof physical therapy
research, scholarly activities
d.Positive Influence in thegrowth and development of UERM- CPT
volunteering time and talent for advancing the mission-vision of CPT.
e.Moral Integrity
no pending case or conviction ( administrative, civil or criminal case)
f.Able to accept the award in person
g.Not a current member of the faculty or staff of UERM-CPT.

4.Selection Process
a.The Committee on Awards is primarily responsible for the facilitation of nomination and selection process.
b.After the call for nomination, the Committee on awards will collate and summarize all nomination papers of all nominees.
c.The Committee will be responsible for the verification of supporting documents and other information relevant to the qualification of the nominees. If necessary, the committee will confer with key referees and informants concerning the nominees’ records and other qualifications.
d.The members of the committee will meet en banc for the selection of awardees.
5.Alumni Awards includes:
a.Community Service Award
An alumnus that has made tremendous impact in his/her advocacy to assist or provide allied health services in the community.

b.Outstanding Alumni in the Field of the Academe
An alumnus involved in the field of education, locally and abroad and was able to contribute in the advancement of physical therapy as a course.

c.Professional Advancement Award
An alumnus that underwent additional certifications, courses or degrees and contributed directly or indirectly in the improvement of physical therapy as a profession.

d.Outstanding Alumni in the Field of Research
An alumnus that completed a research related to the practice of physical therapy that has received citations, recognitions or awards locally or abroad.

e.Outstanding Alumni in the Clinical Practice
An alumnus that has been recognized as the epitome of an ideal physical therapist in clinical practice.

f.Most Outstanding Batch Award
A batch that has showed great concern and has given significant financial contributions in the continuing improvement of the college

g.Outstanding Alumni Award (“The Juan” Award)
The highest recognition and award given to the alumnus that has pursued the mission and vision of the UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy and performed exceptionally in practice of physical therapy as a profession.

New Physical Therapists

The following UERMMMC PT Batch 2007 graduates passed the recent PT/OT Board Exams given last July 2007. Current UERMPTAA president Rongie Bren Magdangal was overwhelmed with emotion upon seeing their names in the newspapers as his former students now become his colleagues ready to help him in the alumni association. The new board certified physical therapists are:

1. Rosalyn Amurao
2. Joanna Marie Aninon
3. Jhoanne Balading
4. Alex Zander "Sandara" Bondoc
5. Patrick Joseph Bonnevie
6. Patrick "Patricia or Patty" Joseph Bustamante
7. Rafael Castro
8. Peter "Pertisha" Matthew Ceralde
9. Ma. Jesusa Chan
10. Sheryl Rose Fortaleza
11. Charissa Mae Francisco
12. Anne Jekka Garcia
13. Albert Valentine "Girl Magnet" Matic
14. Giannina Paraiso
15. Micaela Quinio
16. Julius "Juliana Glutathione" Racho
17. Kathryn Roa
18. Debbie Ann Ruiz a.k.a Debbie Ann Barcelona
19. John Christopher Serrano

Congratulations to all of you. We hope that you will support the UERM PT Alumni Association.

UERMMMC College of Medicine Jubilee Video

This video was made for the UERMMMC College of Medicine Jubilee Celebration. (Click on the video image above to view the video. Single click only. Do not double click) The UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy will be celebrating its 20th anniversary next year. The PT alumni are encouraged to submit videos they would like to share for the coming 20th anniversary.

Dean Arnel V. Malaya off to the USA

The dean of the UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy , Dr. Arnel V. Malaya will be going to the USA from July 27 - August 10, 2007. Dean Malaya will be meeting with his former classmates and some of the alumni of the College of PT now based in the United States to let them know the scheduled events & activities as well as invite the PT alumni to actively support & participate in the 20th anniversary celebration of the UERMMMC College of PT in 2008. To the UERMMMC PT alumni in the USA who would like to get in touch with Dr. Malaya to know his itinerary, plans or would like to touch bases with him while he is in the USA you can email him at avmalaya@yahoo.com

UERMMMC College of PT Dean - one of the 50 most outstanding alumni

Our beloved dean - Dr. Arnel V. Malaya was chosen as one of the 50 most outstanding alumni of UERMMMC Medical Center in celebration of its Golden Jubilee. The recognition ceremonies for the 50 Most Outstanding UERMMMC Alumni will be held at 5 o'clock in the afternonn, June 14, 2007 , Thursday at the UE Theatre, UE Manila Campus. Congratulations Sir!

UERMMMC College of PT Alumni LA chapter donation

Message from L.A. chapter - Eat your heart out New Jersey ! ( L.A. alumni holding replica of Laptop donation )

Preferred Alumni Homecoming Month/Date

Dear UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy Alumni,

The College of Physical Therapy will be celebrating its 20th Foundation Anniversary come 2008. In this regard we are planning several activities including an alumni homecoming. May we request each of our dear alumni to reply to this post by clicking comment/s after this post & leave your comments/reply so that we can make a head count of your preferred month & day of the homecoming. December 2007, January 2008 or February 2008 are some of the suggested dates because it is the usual time that our alumni come home to visit their family & friends in the Philippines. Please disseminate this post to your batchmates & UERMMMC PT alumni friends you know so that we can plan early. Thank you.

UERMMMC Golden Jubilee search for 50 Most Outstanding Alumni- Call for Nominations

UERMMMC shall honor 50 most outstanding alumni of the Colleges of Medicine, Nursing & Physical Therapy. Graduates who have achieved over & above the rest of the alumni in the health field & other endeavors including public & government service, military service, politics, education, research, professional & health practice, advocacy, etc.

Criteria include leadership, service to people & country, wellness & sacrifice & integrity.

Submit your nominations to the Awards & Recognition Committee c/o Dr. Fernando Sanchez, Jr., Research Institute for Health Sciences, UERMMMC , Aurora Boulevard, Q.C. Email address: nandingsanchez@yahoo.com.

Please include address & email of nominees. Deadline for submission of nominations is January 31, 2007.

So if you know of any UERMMMC PT alumni worthy of being included in the list please send your nominations before the deadline.

College acquires new equipment

The UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy recently bought a new Sony videocam & a Casio digital camera. They will be used for the audio-visual needs of the college. These equipment were purchased using the funds contributed by the PT alumni United States chapter. Thank you for your generous contribution.

Birthday Greetings

The UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy Alumni Association wishes to greet its beloved former president Karl Vincent Nuque a very happy birthday last October 30 & may you have more to come. Magparamdam ka naman diyan sa USA.

Alumnus donates laptop to college

A generous alumnus who requested to remain anonymous has donated a laptop to the UERM College of PT. The laptop would help the faculty & staff in their lectures & multimedia presentations to students. The other laptop of the college is also being used by the students during class presentations & reports. The college would appreciate & acknowledge similar acts of generosity from the alumni in the future. Thank you to the anonymous alumnus.